2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | S | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3720 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
